The UAE has issued Cabinet Decision No. 174 of 2026 implementing regulations for Federal Decree-Law No. 14 of 2024, effective January 1, 2027. The rules introduce vehicle registration quotas for residents, technical standards for delivery services, and two-year registration renewals for certain light vehicles.
The UAE has introduced a mandatory driving limit restricting motorists from operating a vehicle for more than nine hours within a 24-hour period, effective January 1, 2027. Established under Cabinet Decision No. 174 of 2026, the regulation applies to all drivers across the country rather than solely commercial or heavy vehicle operators. Authorities aim to enhance road safety by preventing driver fatigue and exhaustion.
Multinational enterprises in the UAE whose fiscal years ended on or before 30 April 2026 face a 30 November 2026 deadline to register for Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax under FTA Decision No. 12 of 2026. Non-compliant entities face a penalty of AED 10,000. The rules apply to corporate groups with annual consolidated revenues of at least EUR 750 million.
UAE authorities permit family, jobseeker, and business exploration visit visas to be extended up to a cumulative maximum stay of 180 days without leaving the country. Applications are processed in approximately 48 hours through GDRFA in Dubai or ICP across other emirates. Fee structures vary by issuing authority, ranging from standard ICP fees to separate in-country GDRFA extension charges.
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